Frequently Asked Questions:

1.    What are the benefits of using Absolute Magazine’s Social Network?

a.    When you become a member of Absolute Magazine’s Social Network you join a group of like-minded individuals who are design conscious, stylish and keep an eye firmly on the aesthetic. Unlike other social media, Absolute’s focus is on South Africa and the people that make up its vibrant, growing luxury lifestyle sector.

2.    How does the point rewards system work?

a.    Almost every action taken while interacting with others on the social network carries a point value. From uploading photos, to sending messages you are awarded points. For instance, once you gain 500 points you are automatically entered into the 500Club. The sponsor of this club will give you a sponsored product. The 10 000 club will have a holiday for two, but you are really going to have to work for that..

3.    Is it difficult to become a member?

a.    Not at all. Simply click on the Social Network quick link at the top of the page. Once linked through to the social network home page, click on the discreet Register icon and fill in the required fields. You will need a valid email in order to be a member. That’s it; you will be registered in about two minutes at the most.

4.    How often are articles loaded onto the site?

a.    Currently, articles are uploaded on a monthly basis, the same as a magazine publishing a print title. Video content is, however, loaded more regularly. If you would like to see articles loaded more often, join the social network and complain to the administrators (that’s us).

5.    Are competitions open to registered members only?

a.    Yep, I am afraid so. Another compelling reason to join.

6.    As a registered member, how can I blog?

a.    Every member of the social network can post a blog and share it via Facebook, Twitter or a number of other methods. All you have to do is click on the Blog tab and start writing.

7.    What is the average age of the website users?

a.    As with the print title, Absolute Magazine has an average age that fits into the 25-45 brackets. Sure, there are older and younger users, but the majority are in that area.

8.    What is the editorial focus of your articles?

a.    We are still focussed on luxury, metropolitan living with a slightly irreverent, and tongue in cheek approach. South Africa remains the focus, however we always carry international content as we do not exist in isolation.  

9.    What are the advantages of Absolute TV over other video sites?

a.    The best thing about Absolute TV is that all the video content is locally hosted. This means that you won’t be waiting forever for the video to download. It also removes that irritating buffering you get when accessing most international video driven sites. The videos are only loaded by the administrators of the site, so you don’t have to sift through tons of garbage to get to the good stuff. All the video is carefully selected to be relevant to our readers/viewers.

10.    What happened to the print publication?

a.    As 2008 drew to a close, the publishers took the brave decision of taking the publication off the shelf and firmly into the digital zone. The reasons for this were many, not least of which was the environmental impact we have by doing so. So now we no longer chop down a small forest each issue. Yes, we believe our good karma has increased because of it.

11.    Can I receive the newsletter without being a registered member?

a.    Of course you can. Simply click on the subscription list in the footer or send us a mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and we will gladly add you to the list.